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Books in Materials science

The Materials Science portfolio includes titles covering core knowledge and new research and applications across the field: nanotechnology and nanomaterials; polymers and plastics; textiles; composites and ceramics; electronic, magnetic, and optical materials; metals and alloys; biomaterials; surface and film science and coating technologies; materials chemistry, and more. In-depth coverage, innovative state-of-the-art approaches, and real-world application examples provide valuable, actionable insights for researchers, students, and the corporate sector. Elsevier's Materials Science portfolio places special attention on areas of current and emerging interest such as additive manufacturing / 3D printing, graphene and 2D materials, smart materials, biomimetics... The content in Elsevier's Materials Science titles program addresses core challenges facing science and society: sustainable energy technologies, the circular economy, health and human welfare.

  • Smart Additive Remanufacturing

    Design, Innovation and Sustainable Technology
    • 1st Edition
    • Kalim Deshmukh + 1 more
    • English
    Smart Additive Remanufacturing: Design, Innovation, and Sustainable Technology presents the reader (researcher, industrial practitioner and engineer) with a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, methodologies, and applications of this transformative technology. The book explores in detail the emerging field of additive remanufacturing and its potential to revolutionize sustainable manufacturing practices. By blending the principles of the circular economy, advanced manufacturing techniques, and intelligent systems, the book will inspire and guide the reader in harnessing the power of additive remanufacturing for a more sustainable future. Furthermore, it will shed light on the role of smart technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT), in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of additive remanufacturing processes. These intelligent systems can enable real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, quality control, and data-driven decision-making, leading to optimized remanufacturing operations. The book will be a valuable resource for all professionals, who are interested in understanding and implementing this innovative technology.
  • Nanocomposite Biosensors for Healthcare Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • English
    Nanocomposite Biosensors for Healthcare Applications examines the critical role of nanocomposites in advancing biosensor technology for clinical and biomedical applications. The book provides a single reference point, covering the design, fabrication, unique properties, and diverse healthcare applications of nanocomposite biosensors. A detailed review of a range of nanocomposites is offered, including graphene, gold nanoparticles, carbon nanotubes, and quantum dots. In addition, various biosensors and their benefits are assessed, such as wearable biosensors, lab-on-a-chip systems, and point-of-care devices, with key healthcare applications in managing diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and infectious diseases thoroughly explored.This book also addresses regulatory, sustainability, and commercialization challenges, providing a detailed overview of how nanocomposites are reshaping diagnostics and healthcare. It is a valuable reference for researchers and academics in materials science, biomedical engineering, and pharmaceutical science, and may also appeal to healthcare professionals interested in nanocomposites and innovative biosensors for various clinical applications.
  • Adsorption by Powders and Porous Solids

    Principles, Methodology, and Applications
    • 3rd Edition
    • Jean Rouquerol + 7 more
    • English
    Adsorption by Powders and Porous Solids: Principles, Methodology, and Applications, Third Edition provides a comprehensive treatment of all aspects of adsorption at both the gas/solid interface and the liquid/solid interface, while also covering the application aspects of adsorption. The book gives an introductory review of the various theoretical and practical aspects of adsorption by powders and porous solids with reference to advanced techniques and applications (including separation of industrial gases and pollution control, catalysis, gas storage) involving materials of technological importance. It is primarily written for advanced undergraduates, postgraduates, lecturers, researchers, and practitioners in physical chemistry, materials science, surface science, and chemical engineering.The book's primary aim is to meet the needs of students and non-specialists who are new to surface science or who wish to use the advanced techniques now available for the determination of surface area, pore size and surface characterization. In addition, for this fully updated third edition, a critical account is given of the most recent work on the adsorptive properties of activated carbons, oxides, clays, zeolites, and MOF’s.
  • Structural Health Monitoring of Composite Structures with Artificial Intelligence

    • 1st Edition
    • Wael A. Altabey
    • English
    Structural Health Monitoring of Composite Structures with Artificial Intelligence offers a comprehensive review of the application of AI in the SHM of composite structures. The book’s objective is to bridge the gap between traditional SHM approaches and the integration of advanced AI techniques, providing readers with foundational knowledge on composite materials, manufacturing processes, mechanical behavior, and state-of-the-art SHM methodologies. The book is timely and significant as composite structures are witnessing increasing use in critical infrastructure, aerospace, and industry, where real-time, intelligent monitoring is crucial for safety and maintenance. It covers new developments such as the use of machine learning, deep learning, and artificial neural networks in SHM, and illustrates the integration of non-destructive testing (NDT) methods with AI algorithms. The content structure follows logical progression: from basic material concepts, design, manufacturing and fabrication, through damage and failure modes, advanced SHM monitoring, probabilistic design concepts, and AI based schemes for SHM. A full chapter is also dedicated to applied case studies in pipelines, ducts and plates) using analytical, numerical, and simulation tools (ANSYS, MATLAB). The book’s key audience will include postgraduate students, academic researchers, and practicing engineers, who are working in civil, mechanical, materials, and aerospace engineering.
  • Multi-scale Mechanics of 2D Triaxially Braided Composites

    Characterization, Mechanics and Machine-Learning Based Modelling
    • 1st Edition
    • Chao Zhang + 1 more
    • English
    Multi-scale Mechanics of 2D Triaxially Braided Composites: Characterization, Mechanics and Machine-Learning Based Modelling presents the latest advances in this important research field. The book begins with a brief introduction to these materials including their mechanical features, damage and failure mechanisms and typical applications. The contents are then divided into three main sections on experimental characterization; mechanics-based modeling and machine-learning based modeling approaches. By taking a multi-scale modeling approach, that includes progressive damage and impact simulation, as well as theoretical modelling, machine-learning and multi-scale mechanics aspects, the author presents key findings in this important field. A systematic introduction is given to the multi-scale and machine-learning based modeling approach, along with their corresponding source codes for the progressive damage model. Then an up-to-date theoretical model is also presented, as well as, high-efficient finite element mesh of the unit cell, for conducting multi-scale analysis and design of these materials and structures. Numerical examples are also presented to illustrate the application of presented methods for quasi-static and impact problems. To enhance the reader’s understanding numerous engineering case studies are also included, together with examples of material/structure optimization. The book provides the latest knowledge and methodology for the design and analysis of aerospace structures and other materials technologies, guiding the researcher to understand this cutting-edge research framework.
  • 3D Printing of Carbon-based Materials

    Cutting Edge Design, Innovative Technology and Practical Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain
    • English
    3D Printing of Carbon-Based Materials: Cutting Edge Design, Innovative Technology and Practical Applications bridges the gap between theory and practice. The book delves deep into the intricacies of printing with carbon-based materials and explores their diverse range of applications across various industrial sectors. Sections provide a holistic overview of 3D printing techniques tailored specifically for carbon-based materials. Through a combination of theoretical insights, practical methodologies, and real-world case studies, the book offers the reader (researcher and engineer) with actionable guidance for optimizing material selection, printing parameters, and post-processing techniques to achieve desired outcomes in terms of mechanical properties, surface finish, and functionality.Moreov... it addresses the growing demand for sustainable manufacturing solutions by highlighting the role of carbon-based materials in mitigating environmental impacts and promoting resource efficiency.
  • Textile Chemistry

    Theory, Processing and Manufacturing
    • 1st Edition
    • Asim Kumar Roy Choudhury
    • English
    Textile Chemistry: Theory, Processing and Manufacturing comprehensively addresses all aspects of this field, encompassing preparation, dyeing, printing, finishing, and notably, testing methods like color measurement. This comprehensive resource also extensively explores ecological considerations. These subjects inherently interconnect, making it challenging to concisely cover their scope in a single volume. However, this title presents a valuable reference for students, researchers, and technicians alike.As textile chemistry covers an expansive realm involving the analysis and treatment of fibers across various stages leading to fabric creation, this is a welcomed resource.
  • Sonochemistry for Textile and Fibre Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Shahid Ul Islam
    • English
    Sonochemistry for Textile and Fibre Engineering introduces major topics related to sonochemical processing, including sonocleaning, scoring, dye extractions, sonodyeing, printing, ultrasound enzyme-assisted finishing, and sonosynthesis of nanoparticles for textile modifications. The book highlights a broad range of potential applications with an emphasis on how sonochemistry allows for the development of novel, prominent functionalities on different natural and synthetic textile substrates. Providing a comprehensive overview of the latest research in the textile sonochemistry area coupled with contributions from leading researchers in this field, this book is a valuable resource for both academia and industry interested in textile chemistry and fiber engineering.Conventi... textile production is an energy-hungry process characterized by the huge consumption of water and other chemicals. To overcome these challenges, interest in advanced sustainable technologies in textile chemical processing have been growing exponentially over recent years. With recent breakthroughs in the textile sector involving sonochemistry, the consumer market is expanding, with textiles finding a wide range of applications in the field of defense, the medical sector, sports, fire protection, radiation protection, etc. Sonochemistry offers several advantages in terms of energy savings, low environmental impact, ease of use, economy, and high treatment speed, and therefore has rapidly gained attention in the textile industry.
  • Advanced Functional Materials for Membrane-Assisted Water Purification

    • 1st Edition
    • Sabu Thomas + 3 more
    • English
    Advanced Functional Materials for Membrane-Assisted Water Purification provides readers with a thorough overview of the principles and practices involved in membrane-assisted water purification. It explains the concepts and procedures involved in membrane-assisted water filtration, as well as some of its practical applications. Various types of membranes are discussed, including porous polymeric, ultrafiltration, 3D-printed, biochar-based, hydrogel, air-gap, and more. The morphology, structure, properties, and best-use applications of each are outlined, and other considerations such as preparation techniques, characterization techniques, reverse osmosis, deep eutectic solvents, and modeling techniques are covered as well.
  • Fiber Production Technologies for Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Mariappan Rajan
    • English
    Fiber Production Technologies for Biomedical Applications is an essential resource for researchers and professionals in the field. It provides a comprehensive review of the latest developments in nanofiber materials, focusing on their sources, properties, characterization, and diverse applications. This book is invaluable for understanding the cutting-edge fiber production processes and their impact on biomedical advancements. Additionally, the book delves into the structural properties of fibrous materials, their commercial potential, and future market needs. It addresses the critical challenges in biomedical applications and highlights the innovative solutions provided by fibrous technologies.